"Challenges Facing the Maritime Industry": A Discussion with Jenny Johnson

Season 2, Episode 777,   Apr 24, 2023, 04:53 PM

In this engaging interview, Jenny Johnson from Maritime Inclusion Partners joins us to shed light on the challenges faced by the maritime industry in retaining and attracting skilled workers. The video covers a range of topics, from the industry's outdated culture and poor work-life balance to the impact of long hitches at sea and inadequate family planning benefits.

We also discuss the issue of gender discrimination, with a focus on how this has contributed to the industry's difficulty in attracting and retaining young and diverse talent.

Additionally, we explore how the cost of becoming a mariner has surged, creating inequalities and barriers for individuals from underrepresented communities who aspire to work in the industry.

This informative discussion provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the maritime industry and its efforts to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

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